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Kilimanjaro Climbing

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world 5,895 metres (19,341 ft) above sea level and about 4,900 metres (16,100 ft) above its plateau base. Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano in Tanzania. It has three volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.

Why Climbing Kilimanjaro?

Mount Kilimanjaro is the easiest and most undemanding to climb all the Summits. Kilimanjaro is the fourth most topographically prominent peak on Earth. It is part of Kilimanjaro National Park and is a major hiking and climbing destination. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is the highest peak in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. When you are climbing Kilimanjaro you will make it to a point at a height of 5.895 meters altitude above sea-level.

Which is the Best Route? - Kilimanjaro Climbing Routes

  • Marangu Route – The Tourist Route.

  • Machame Route – The Popular Route.

  • Lemosho Route – The Most Scenic (But Most Expensive) Route.

  • Shira Route – The “Poor Acclimatisation” Route.

  • Rongai Route – The Easiest Route.

  • Umbwe Route – The Most Difficult Route.

Affordable Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Packages

7 DAYS RONGAI ROUTE MOUNT KILIMANJARO TREKKING

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7 DAYS LEMOSHO ROUTE MOUNT KILIMANJARO TREKKING

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6 DAYS SHIRA ROUTE MT.KILIMANJARO TREKKING

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7 DAYS MACHAME ROUTE MOUNT KILIMANJARO HIKING

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5 DAYS MARANGU ROUTE CLIMBING MOUNT KILIMANJARO

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Kilimanjaro planning

Choose a route and prepare with clarity

Every climb starts with the right questions. Explore the route options and preparation resources on this site, then speak with our team about the experience you want to build.

  • Compare Kilimanjaro route options
  • Use preparation guidance before you travel
  • Plan your climb around your own goals
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Before you climb

How do I choose a Kilimanjaro route?

Review the route information available on the site, then tell us about your goals so we can guide your planning conversation.

Where can I find preparation resources?

Browse the Kilimanjaro guides and route pages, then include any preparation questions in your enquiry.

Can I add a safari or beach stay?

Let us know the wider Tanzania experience you are considering when you get in touch.

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